Plumber

About this Career

Plumbers install and repair water, gas, and other piping systems in homes and businesses. They also install plumbing fixtures such as toilets and bathroom water fixtures.

Why this Career?

As a plumber, you will find that most of the work will be predictable, but you will spend time problem solving. You will also develop technical skills that allow for different specializations in the plumbing industry.

Pay & Outlook

Entry Pay

$18–$23

Experienced Pay

$35–$40

Annual Openings

1,135

Work Environment

• Work outside
• Constant travel
• Physical strength
• Interact with people

Requirements

• Driver's license

Pass the required licensing exam to become journey-level workers. Most states require pipefitters plumbers to be licensed. States and localities often require workers to have 2-5 years of experience and to pass an exam that shows their knowledge of the t